Dramatic Scene in Patna as Car Accident Leads to Alcohol Bottles Scattered on Highway
Patna, August 22: In a surprising incident in Bihar, a video has gone viral on social media showing people scrambling to collect bottles of alcohol after a car accident. This event took place on Friday along the National Highway in Lodipur, under the jurisdiction of the Khusrupur police station. Reports indicate that a vehicle carrying ... Read more Dramatic Scene in Patna as Car Accident Leads to Alcohol Bottles Scattered on Highway
Bihar STF Launches Major Operation Against 350 Suspected Contract Killers
Patna, August 22: The Bihar Police Special Task Force (STF) has compiled a database of over 350 suspected contract killers active across the state and has initiated a special operation to apprehend them. A senior STF officer shared this information during a press conference on Friday. Sanjay Kumar Singh, the STF DIG, stated that since ... Read more Bihar STF Launches Major Operation Against 350 Suspected Contract Killers
RPCAU VC: Transform Bihar into major spice-producing and exporting centre
NDRF team saves three from drowning in Ganga
Sugar gets dearer, but minister says diabetes will keep demand in check
Woman poisons son, attempts suicide in Muzaffarpur
BCA welcomes Supreme Court appointment of administrator, rejects reports of fresh elections
Buxars Snake Man devotes his life to rescuing reptiles and people
Govt sets Sept 30 deadline for univs to digitise academic records
Guv reviews functioning of B N Mandal varsity
On Camera, Worms Found In Mid-Day Meal In Bihar, Students Throw Away Food
Chaos ensued across the Arwal district in Bihar, raising questions against the mid-day meal quality in government educational institutes, after worms were found in the food served to the students in 75 schools across the region on Tuesday.
Two held with fake currency worth Rs88,000 in East Champaran
Unclaimed bag found at Siwan Junction
Illegal sand worth over Rs1cr seized in Arwal
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Centre asks officials to expedite Kosi dam DPR
Farakka Treaty Shouldn't Be Renewed in Bihar's Interest: JD-U's Sanjay Jha
I am not doing any politics on this, but if you look at the old records of that time, some people were raising this issue that this Ganga water treaty with Bangladesh would be very harmful for Bihar, Jha said.
Govt: No cut in student credit card loan limit
Inspired By Border When He Was 9, Bihar Man Realises Army Dream After 14 Attempts
I was deeply inspired by the character of 2nd Lieutenant Dharamvir, played by Akshaye Khanna, in 'Border', said Kishu Singh, who's now a Lieutenant
PMC acts on 26,746 property misuse cases
Exercise begins for large-scale transfers of police personnel
Bihar Ministers remark on impact of sugar price rise invites criticism
Due to increasing cases of diabetic patients, people are not taking sweets. Everyone is suffering from diabetes. I dont think the price rise of sugar will make much difference for people, says State Minister Shrawan Kumar
Torn, missing records no ground to deny RTI information: HC
Centres conditional nod for Falgu rejuvenation
Bihar Chief Minister Meets Central Ministers in New Delhi to Discuss Development Issues
New Delhi, August 21: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met with Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday. The discussions revolved around several key issues related to the states development and financial interests. The meeting took place at around 11 AM at the Krity Bhawan, attended ... Read more Bihar Chief Minister Meets Central Ministers in New Delhi to Discuss Development Issues
Aadhav Arjuna clarifies the Tamil Nadu governments stand on delimitation
We demand a measure similar to the special lawAtal Bihari Vajpayee brought in to freeze the number of seats in Parliament for 25 years, says the Public Works Minister
New Amrit Bharat Express service from Coimbatore Junction to Dhanbad to begin on Aug. 25
The train, with eight Sleeper Class coaches and 11 General Second Class coaches, will traverse Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar
New Amrit Bharat Express service from Coimbatore Junction to Dhanbad to begin on Aug. 25
The train, with eight Sleeper Class coaches and 11 General Second Class coaches, will traverse Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar
Bihar aims to quadruple economy in four years, says Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary
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Bihar student credit card loan rules changed, government clarifies Rs 4 lakh limit
Bihar student credit card loan rules changed government clarifies Rs lakh limit
Amrit Bharat Express trains: Check full list of routes connecting Delhi, Mumbai and key destinations
To strengthen rail connectivity between Bihar and Gujarat, Indian Railways will soon be launching a new weekly Amrit Bharat Express between Ahmedabad and Bhagalpur. Ticket booking for train number 19423 will open on Friday, August 21, at PRS counters and on the IRCTC website. The train will travel from Ahmedabad to Bhagalpur in approximately 36 hours and 10 minutes. The Railways has decided to convert the existing 09447/09448 Ahmedabad-Patna-Ahmedabad Clone Special into a regular service. This service will now run as the 19423/19424 Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur-Ahmedabad Weekly Amrit Bharat Express.
India's credit footprint expands as new states emerge as growth centres
Credit growth is shifting from traditional strongholds such as Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra towards Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, but penetration still trails developed markets
People come & go in politics, Bihar must move forward: CM Samrat Choudhary
Bihar is completely safe, anyone can test it: Samrat Choudhary says Bihar has changed
Bihar Police Issues Advisory On Rifle Use After AK-47 Fired At Students
The police have issued an advisory stating that weapons like AK-47s, INSAS rifles, and Self-Loading Rifles (SLRs) will not be used routinely for crowd control during protests.
Bihar will grow 4x in next 4 yrs: CM Samrat Choudharys vision for industrial growth, development
Bihar tailors son taught younger students to fund NEET preparation, secures AIR 2,659
Bihar CM Meets Finance and External Affairs Ministers to Discuss Development Initiatives
New Delhi, August 21: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Karyalay Bhawan. The meeting also included Bihars Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Chaudhary and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Jha. Chaudhary shared details of the meeting on the social media platform X, ... Read more Bihar CM Meets Finance and External Affairs Ministers to Discuss Development Initiatives
Bihar's prosperity is essential for India's complete development, according to Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. The state is diversifying its economy beyond agriculture, focusing on industry and technology. Plans include expanding airport infrastructure and developing a Ganga-facing industrial corridor. Bihar aims to quadruple its economy within the next four years. Improvements in infrastructure and law and order are also being prioritized.
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary meets FM Sitharaman and EAM Jaishankar to discuss state development
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Bihar Minister's Bizarre Diabetes Logic Over Sugar Price Hike
The cost of sugar per kilogram has risen to over Rs 65 in Bihar. Earlier, it was around Rs 48 to Rs 50.
Bihar government denies reports of cuts in student credit loans
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'Everyone has diabetes these days': Bihar minister says sugar price rise wont matter much - watch
Bhagalpur, Aug 21 (IANS) JEEViKA Didis Kitchen at the month-long Shravani Mela in Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, has emerged as a new source of income and employment for local women associated with the JEEViKA initiative. The kitchen, which provides nutritious food to pilgrims visiting the mela, serves more than 1,000 devotees every day. More than 100 women, []
Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes NDA Government Over Bihars Financial Crisis
Patna, August 21: Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, has launched a sharp attack on the NDA government regarding the states financial situation. He claimed on the social media platform X that Bihars fiscal condition has become dire and alarming. The state is burdened with heavy debt, with public debt ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes NDA Government Over Bihars Financial Crisis
BSEB Class 10 Compartment Exam 2026 Marksheet - Check How to Download on biharboardonline.org
BSEB has released Class 10 Special and Compartmental Exam 2026 mark sheets and provisional certificates from August 20. Check who can collect them, from where, and what to do next.
UPT20: Yuvraj Singh Stars With 91 As Kashi Rudras Seal Thrilling Win Against Kanpur Superstars
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Sahab Yuvraj Singh starred with a brilliant 91-run knock as defending champions Kashi Rudras hold their nerve to clinch a thrilling seven-run win over Kanpur Superstars in UP T20 League Season 4 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. The fixture was officially inaugurated by retired High Court Justice Ranganath Pandey, who conducted the traditional bell-ringing ceremony to commence the game. The ceremony was attended by several distinguished officials and administrators, including UP T20 League Governing Council Chairman Sanjay Kapoor, UPCA Media Committee Chairman Mohammad Faheem, UP T20 League Governing Council Member Sanjeev Kumar Singh, Fatehpur District Cricket Association President Saifuddin, Sultanpur Cricket Association Secretary Asar, and Varanasi District Cricket Association Secretary Jamal Ahmed, along with other dignitaries. After Kanpur Superstars won the toss and elected to field, defending champions Kashi Rudras suffered an early collapse, slipping to 46/4 inside the first eight overs. Opener Sahab Yuvraj Singh anchored the innings with a composed and authoritative knock. He notched up his half-century and stitched a vital 64-run partnership for the fifth wicket alongside Shubham Chaubey to steady the ship. Yuvraj departed after playing a standout innings of 91 off 56 deliveries, studded with seven boundaries and five sixes. A late flurry from Arnav Baliyan, who blasted an unbeaten 29 off just 12 balls, ensured the Rudras finished on a competitive 167/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Chasing 168, the Kanpur Superstars had a brisk start with Priyanshu Pandey scoring a quick 19 off 9 balls. Following his dismissal, Adarsh Singh and Abhishek Pandey cautiously rebuilt the innings with a 49-run stand for the second wicket. However, the match turned swiftly as Kanpur lost both set batters within a span of six deliveries. The middle order followed in quick succession, with Mohammad Amaan and captain Sameer Rizvi falling cheaply, triggering a slide from 73/1 to 90/5 by the end of the 12th over. Experienced campaigner Karn Sharma joined Satyam Sangu in the middle to stage a recovery. With the required run rate escalating and 45 runs needed from the final 24 deliveries, Sunil Kumar returned to dismiss Karn. Satyam then took the attack to the bowler, smashing a six and two boundaries in the remainder of the over to bring the equation down to 28 runs required off the final 18 balls. Experienced campaigner Karn Sharma joined Satyam Sangu in the middle to stage a recovery. With the required run rate escalating and 45 runs needed from the final 24 deliveries, Sunil Kumar returned to dismiss Karn. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Defending 14 runs in the final over, Atal Bihari Rai delivered a spectacular finish under extreme pressure. He forced a run-out on the very first ball of the over and then another run-out on the fourth delivery, effectively bundling out Kanpur for 160, handing Kashi Rudras a dramatic seven-run victory. Article Source: IANS
Amrit Bharat Express: With the launch of Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur Amrit Bharat Express, rail connectivity between Gujarat and Bihar will improve. According to a report, Railways has decided to regularize the existing 09447/09448 Ahmedabad-Patna-Ahmedabad Special train and run it as 19423/19424 Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur-Ahmedabad Weekly Amrit Bharat Express. Amrit Bharat Express: There is very good news for rail passengers [] The post Amrit Bharat Express: New Amrit Bharat Express will soon start on this route, know its route, stoppages and complete timetable. first appeared on informalnewz .
Over 11.18 lakh permanent houses to be built in Bihar under PMAY-G, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan
The Grih Pravesh ceremony for 2.35 lakh Pradhan Mantri Awas units was completed in the 2026-27 financial year; house keys to beneficiaries and sanction letters to newly selected beneficiaries distributed
J&Ks stock market investor base crosses 14 lakh, grows 19.3% in a year
Jammu and Kashmirs registered investor base in the stock market has crossed the 14-lakh mark, with the number of registered clients reaching 14,12,378 as of August 20, 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 19.31 per cent, according to official BSE data accessed by Greater Kashmir . The figures show that J&K added 2,28,554 registered clients, or roughly 2.29 lakh investors, during the past year. This represents a substantially faster expansion than the overall growth in the countrys registered investor base, which stood at 15.80 per cent during the same period. The BSE data provides a snapshot of the changing geography of stock-market participation in India, with the countrys total registered investor base now standing at 26,03,00,179, or approximately 26.03 crore clients. J&Ks 14.12 lakh registered clients account for around 0.54 per cent of the countrys total registered investor base. While the Union Territory remains a relatively small market in terms of absolute investor numbers, the pace at which its investor base is expanding has been considerably stronger than several of the countrys largest States. The increase has also been consistent across different time periods. During the latest month, J&K added 19,478 clients, equivalent to around 19,500 new registered investors, pushing its monthly growth rate to 1.40 per cent. Over the previous three months, the number of registered clients increased by 52,618, or about 52,600 investors, representing a quarterly growth of 3.87 per cent. The national investor base, by comparison, increased by around 30.92 lakh during the latest month. Over the previous quarter, the country added approximately 85.16 lakh. Over the previous year, the national registered investor base increased by around 3.55 crore investors, taking the total to more than 26 crore. The comparison shows that J&Ks investor base is growing at a faster rate than the national average, although the absolute numbers remain much smaller. Maharashtra continues to have the largest registered investor base in the country by a considerable margin. The State has approximately 4.42 crore investors. This means that nearly one out of every six registered clients in the BSE database is registered in Maharashtra. Uttar Pradesh occupies the second position with 3,06,10,880 clients, or around 3.06 crore. Gujarat follows with 2,29,70,136, equivalent to about 2.30 crore registered clients. Rajasthan has 1,56,49,037, or around 1.56 crore, while West Bengal has 1,52,56,657, or about 1.53 crore. Karnataka has 1,39,43,659 registered clients, translating into roughly 1.39 crore, while Madhya Pradesh has 1,35,11,046, or around 1.35 crore. Tamil Nadu has 1,31,27,709, or approximately 1.31 crore registered investors. The other major States also have sizeable investor bases. Haryana has 85,72,167 registered clients, equivalent to around 85.7 lakh. Telangana has 80,08,260, or about 80.1 lakh. Punjab has 65,65,556, or approximately 65.7 lakh, while Odisha has 59,30,947, or about 59.3 lakh. Kerala has 59,17,495 registered clients, translating into around 59.2 lakh, while Assam has 53,02,132, or about 53 lakh. Jharkhand has 46,39,195, equivalent to approximately 46.4 lakh. Andhra Pradesh has crossed the one-crore mark, with 1,04,00,527 registered clients, while Bihar has 1,16,04,608, or around 1.16 crore. Delhi has 1,10,14,984, equivalent to approximately 1.10 crore registered clients. Against this national landscape, J&Ks 14.12 lakh investor base is larger than that of several smaller States and Union Territories but remains far below the investor populations of the countrys principal financial and industrial centres. For instance, Himachal Pradesh has around 15.58 lakh registered clients, only marginally above J&K. J&K has more registered clients than Manipur, which has around 2.74 lakh, Meghalaya with 1.65 lakh, Arunachal Pradesh with 1.22 lakh, Nagaland with 1.28 lakh, Sikkim with 84,221, Mizoram with 59,779, Goa with 4.99 lakh and Tripura with 4.28 lakh. Among the Union Territories, Ladakh has 5,213 registered clients, or just over 5,000, but has recorded one of the fastest rates of growth in the country. Its investor base increased by 44.44 per cent over the previous year. This is the highest annual growth rate visible in the BSE table. Mizoram recorded annual growth of 33.18 per cent, while Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh recorded 28.01 per cent and 27.33 per cent, respectively. Lakshadweep, with just over 5,000 registered clients, recorded growth of 27.87 per cent. Among larger States, J&Ks 19.31 per cent annual growth puts it in a relatively strong position. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana each recorded 19.59 per cent growth, while Tamil Nadu recorded 19.46 per cent growth. Uttar Pradesh recorded 19.08 per cent. J&Ks growth was considerably higher than Maharashtras 11.39 per cent, Gujarats 13.13 per cent, Haryanas 14.42 per cent, Punjabs 14.96 per cent, Rajasthans 15.71 per cent, Karnatakas 16.51 per cent and Keralas 16.95 per cent. The figures also indicate that the expansion in J&K has been relatively steady rather than being confined to a single period. Its monthly increase of 1.40 per cent was higher than the national monthly growth of 1.20 per cent, while its quarterly increase of 3.87 per cent was also above the national growth rate of 3.38 per cent. In absolute terms, however, the difference between the largest and smallest investor markets remains enormous. Maharashtras 4.42 crore registered clients are more than 31 times J&Ks 14.12 lakh. Uttar Pradeshs 3.06 crore investor base is more than 21 times that of J&K, while Gujarats 2.30 crore is more than 16 times larger. The national figures also underline the rapid broadening of participation in the equity market. The BSE database now contains more than 26 crore registered clients, with the number having increased by around 3.55 crore in just one year. J&Ks addition of around 2.29 lakh registered clients during the same period is small when measured against the national increase, but significant for the Union Territorys own investor base. In percentage terms, the addition represents nearly one-fifth growth in a single year.
Weather Update: Amidst the stormy pace of monsoon in the country, the Meteorological Department has issued another troubling alert. According to the Meteorological Department, today i.e. on August 21, a warning of heavy rain has been issued for 23 states including UP, Bihar, Delhi. During this period, a strong storm can blow at a speed [] The post Heavy Rain Update: Alert of stormy rain in 23 states in the next 8 hours, wind speed of 80; IMD update released first appeared on informalnewz .
Foreign dignitaries J&K visits became curated after 2019: Mehbooba
Srinagar, Aug 20:People's Democratic Party (PDP) President and former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday said there was no need to take the US so seriously, arguing that US interventions across the world had resulted in destruction and that Washington could not provide a certificate on J&K. Her remarks came a day after US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited Srinagar and held discussions with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. During a joint media briefing on Wednesday, Gor described J&K as an important part of India and an incredibly beautiful place. The US envoy also said Washington would reconsider its travel advisories for J&K in view of steps taken by the Government of India and the CM Omar-led government to make the region safer. About Gors remarks on J&K, Mehbooba said the US should not be accorded undue importance. I think there is no need to take the US so seriously. We have seen that the US has caused destruction everywhere it intervened from Vietnam to Iran, she told reporters. They are not our masters that they will give us a certificate and then only there would be a dialogue. Mehbooba said there was a time when the US enjoyed the status of a global superpower, but claimed its economic and political influence was declining because of its role in conflicts and interventions around the world. Day by day, due to its role and the destruction it has caused worldwide, it is going down economically and politically. So, we should not take it so seriously, she said. The PDP chief also sought to draw a distinction between visits by foreign diplomats to J&K before and after the abrogation of the erstwhile states special status in August 2019. She said visits by US ambassadors to J&K were not new, but claimed diplomats earlier interacted with a much wider cross-section of society. The only difference is that before 2019, any ambassador who came here used to meet people from every section of society like people from tourism, trade, travel and even those who hold other opinions. Then they would go back with their own opinion, Mehbooba said. She alleged that foreign delegations visiting J&K after 2019 were taken on curated tours. They come here, they don't meet anyone other than the chief minister and the governor, and then they take a Shikara ride and leave, she said. However, Mehbooba agreed with CM Omars assertion that solutions to J&Ks problems would have to come from New Delhi rather than Washington. The solutions to the issues of J&K cannot come from the US; New Delhi will have to resolve them, she said. At the same time, she criticised CM Omar for what she described as his failure to use his interaction with the US ambassador to highlight concerns of people in J&K. I was hoping Omar would at least tell the visiting US ambassador about the concerns of the people of J&K, she said. Mehbooba said CM Omar should also have conveyed opposition to US and Israeli actions against Iran. She said that attacks on Iran had killed more than 150 girls as well as members of the countrys leadership and said CM Omar should have raised the issue with the visiting envoy. He should have pointed out that the US' habit of inciting unrest in Muslim countries and launching unprovoked attacks also affects J&K, she said. Turning to the situation within J&K, the PDP president accused the CM of remaining silent on what she described as continuing harassment, arrests, raids, dismissals from government service, and attachment of properties. Mehbooba also alleged that an Imam was assaulted by Army personnel in Karimabad area of Pulwama during an ongoing search operation. Just as I was coming here, I received a message that last night in Karimabad, Pulwama, where a search operation had been ongoing for days, the Army pulled out an Imam, beat him, and pulled his beard, she alleged. She also alleged that young men were being harassed and subjected to physical punishments, including being forced to perform sit-ups. There was no immediate official response to the allegations. Mehbooba said that thousands of people from J&K remained imprisoned, while employees were being dismissed from service and raids and property attachments continued. Thousands of our people remain locked in jails, people are being fired from their jobs on a daily basis, raids are conducted regularly, and properties are actively attached, she said. Mehbooba alleged that these measures had created a suffocating atmosphere in J&K where people feel they cannot speak openly or even breathe freely. The PDP chief said CM Omar did not need to look towards Washington to raise such issues and could instead engage New Delhi directly. Invoking the tenure of her father and PDP founder Mufti Muhammad Sayeed, Mehbooba said he had persuaded the Centre during the AtalBihari Vajpayee-led government to initiate a reconciliation process, which she said resulted in dialogue with different sections and Pakistan and the opening of cross-LoC routes. She said CM Omar should at least press for reopening the Muzaffarabad and Rawalakot routes, where cross-LoC trade has remained suspended. If Omar Sahab cannot do anything else, he could at least advocate for reopening the Muzaffarabad and Rawalakot routes where trade has been completely halted, she said. Mehbooba said the CM should use his position to persuade New Delhi to address the political issues and everyday hardships confronting people in J&K. She also accused CM Omar of further diminishing the authority of the office of the CM. The BJP has reduced the status of our CM from a headmaster to a mere master. But, the way CM Omar operates, issuing statements before even the ambassador had arrived about exactly what he would or wouldn't discuss, lowers his status even further. There was simply no need for that, she said. On Gors statement that the US would consider reviewing its travel advisory for J&K, Mehbooba struck a more positive note and expressed hope that Washington would follow through. She also welcomed the US envoys reference to greater economic engagement with the region, but said such engagement should produce tangible benefits for the local economy. He also mentioned engaging more economically with the region. I hope this means investing in our local horticulture and handicrafts to create jobs and tangible economic benefits; that is an avenue that needs to be explored, Mehbooba said.
Bihars Housing Dream Realized: Beneficiaries Thank Government After Receiving Keys
Motihari, August 21: In Bihar, under the Prime Ministers Housing Scheme, a total of 235,000 homes have been constructed during the financial year 2026-27. Beneficiaries across the state were formally welcomed into their new homes on Thursday, as government representatives handed over keys and organized housewarming ceremonies. A grand event was held by the Motihari ... Read more Bihars Housing Dream Realized: Beneficiaries Thank Government After Receiving Keys
MU senate meeting tomorrow after delay
27% women in Bihar miss opportunities due to mobility gaps: Study
Patna Metro work: Nehru Path may see commercial vehicle curbs
Mehndi contest held at Jesus and Mary Academy
Over 2.36 crore screened for TB in special drive
Universities, colleges must tap research grants more effectively: ICSSR
NIA arrests absconder in Muz AK-47 case
Bihar needs stronger coordination, data systems to achieve SDGs: Experts
Only 8,780 habitations left to get all-weather road: RWD
BJP legislator challenges petition filed against him
Over 87,600 TB cases detected in Bihar during 6-week statewide screening drive
HC bars amplifiers, pressure horns after 9.55pm across state
CM seeks better academic environment in govt schools
Gopalganj court frames charges against MLA in firing case
Cash, jewellery seized from education officials premises
Centre announces 11L PMAY-G houses for state, CM hails move
Amit Shah announces Cabinet decision to set up J-K High Court bench in Ladakh
New Delhi [India], August 20 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has decided to set up a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh. He said the move will improve access to justice for people living in remote areas of Ladakh by reducing the time required to avail legal services. In a post on X, Shah wrote, The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of the PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, has decided to set up a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh. He said the government is committed to the overall development of Ladakh and ensuring constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory. This will significantly enhance access to justice for citizens living in remote areas of Ladakh by reducing the time required to avail themselves of the legal services they are entitled to. The Govt is fully committed to the all-round development of Ladakh and to ensuring constitutional safeguards, the post read. On August 5, 2019, the Centre abrogated Articles 370 and 35A, which granted special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. Following the move, the state was reorganised into two separate Union Territories: Jammu and Kashmir, with a legislature and Ladakh, without a legislature. Meanwhile, on Wednesday, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved two significant infrastructure projects aimed at bolstering connectivity and economic growth. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) gave the green light to four major railway multitracking projects across West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu with an estimated cost of Rs 9,450 crore. Additionally, the Cabinet approved the upgradation of the Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Sonbarsa section of NH-22 in Bihar to a four-lane standard, involving a capital investment of Rs 3,590.73 crore. (ANI)
Tata Power targets 5L homes for solar rollout
Lawyers protest police action against colleague in Bhagalpur
Kacchi Dargah-Bidupur bridge ready, PM inauguration awaited
Malda woman allegedly gang-raped and killed near Bengal-Bihar border, another injured
Transforming Lives: How the PM-FME Scheme Changed Sanjeets Journey from a Tailor to a Bakery Owner
Sheikhpura, August 20: Sanjeet Kumar from Bhadauli village in the Sheikhopursarai block of Bihar has become a beacon of self-reliance. Once struggling to support his family with a small clothing shop, Sanjeet leveraged the Prime Ministers Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PM-FME) scheme to launch a bakery business. Today, he produces bakery items on a large ... Read more Transforming Lives: How the PM-FME Scheme Changed Sanjeets Journey from a Tailor to a Bakery Owner
Bihar Government To Pay Rs 10,000 Per 1 Lakh Views For Creators Making Videos On Govt Schemes
Under amended social media rules, eligible creators can earn up to 1 lakh per video based on verified views.
Modi's cutout worshipped during an event at Press Club
The Press Club of India clarified it did not organise an event where Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cutout was worshipped and a 'Modi Chalisa' was read. The event, organised by the Bihar State Transgender Welfare Board, was stopped by club authorities due to violation of rental terms. The organiser plans to build a temple for PM Modi in Bihar, citing his support for the transgender community.
Over 11 Lakh New Rural Houses Approved For Bihar With Rs 13,427 Crore Allocation Under PMAY-Gramin
RPCAU, IPL Foundation sign MoU to boost sustainable farming
Major Arms Haul in Motihari: Smuggler Arrested with Five Pistols
Motihari, August 20: In a significant operation against arms smuggling, police in the East Champaran district of Bihar have arrested an individual with five pistols, five live cartridges, and ten magazines. The suspect was apprehended near the Majurahan firing range while allegedly supplying a cache of weapons. According to police reports, they acted on a ... Read more Major Arms Haul in Motihari: Smuggler Arrested with Five Pistols
Alstom in talks with Indian Railways for 200 more e-locomotives order
French train maker Alstom is in discussions with Indian Railways for a follow-on order of 200 locomotives for its manufacturing plant in Madhepura, Bihar, and is also utilising the facility to make other railway-related products, a senior company official has said. Vivek Garg, Managing Director of Alstom's Madhepura Electric Locomotive Private Limited (MELPL), told PTI that the initial order of 800 electric freight locomotives will be completed by March 2028. In 2015, the Indian Railways and Alstom set up a joint venture company to manufacture 800 electric locomotives in Madhepura, Bihar. We have already delivered 650 locomotives from our Madhepura facility. The land parcel has been leased to us for 35 years, Garg said. He said that the piece of land will continue to be with the company till 2048-49, and its machinery and plant would be in existance. Within the contract, it is written that Indian Railways can place an order for 200 more locomotives. According to the contract,
Attention is paid to flood & bridge design: Vaishnaw on Bihar-Nepal highway infrastructure plan
Rs 1 Lakh For Video With A Lakh Views: Bihar's New Initiative For Influencers
The new policy was approved during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Wednesday.
Hotel lease-holder arrested, two detained after Kolkata hotel inferno kills nine
Of the nine, five are Bangladeshi nationals and one each from Bihar and West Bengal; two victims are yet to be indentified; the hotels owner, Bireshwar Mitra, is still absconding, said police.
Met office predicts more rain in south Bengal till Sunday, heavy rain in north
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IANS) Although the low pressure has weakened and moved towards the Jharkhand-Bihar region, conditions are still favourable for more rain over south Bengal districts in the next few days. The Met office said on Thursday that the southwest monsoon axis is active and it is over Jharkhand-Bihar and the western districts of []
Bihar weather: Orange Alert in 7 districts, Yellow in 12
Patna, Aug 20 (IANS) The Meteorological Department has issued weather alerts for 19 districts of Bihar, warning of rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and lightning on Thursday. Residents have been advised to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather. The Meteorological Department has issued Orange Alert in Supaul, Araria, Kishanganj, Saharsa, Madhepura, Purnea and []
Bihar to pay creators Rs 10,000 per lakh views for videos on govt schemes
Bihar B.Ed 7th Merit List 2026 Out - Check CET B.Ed College Allotment @ brabu.ac.in
Bihar B.Ed 7th Merit List 2026 has been released by BRABU Muzaffarpur on 20 August 2026. Check CET B.Ed 7th round college allotment letter download steps, seat confirmation fee payment dates, paper verification schedule, and direct link at biharcetbed-brabu.in.
BPSSC Bihar Police Havildar Instructor PET Admit Card 2026 will release on 10 September 2026 at bpssc.bihar.gov.in. Check PET date (October 2026, 2nd week), physical standards, PET events, download steps, and documents required for verification.
